Introduction to Computing Using Python: An Application Development Focus

by Ljubomir Perkovic

Perkovic's Introduction to Programming Using Python: An Application Development Focus, 2e is more than just an introduction to programming. It is an inclusive introduction to Computer Science that takes the pedagogical approach of "the right tool for the job at the right moment," and focuses on application development.  The approach is hands-on and problem-oriented, with practice problems and solutions appearing throughout the text. The text is imperative-first, but does not shy away from discussing objects early where appropriate. Discussions of user-defined classes and Object-Oriented Programming appear later in the text, when students have more background and concepts can be motivated. Chapters include an introduction to problem solving techniques and classical algorithms, problem-solving and programming and ways to apply core skills to application development. This edition also includes examples and practice problems provided within a greater variety of domains.  It also includes case studies integrated into additional chapters, providing students with real life applications using the concepts and tools covered in the chapters.

Genres: Programming

480 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 20, 2011

Reviews

[Michael Bolls · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not just a great intro into Python, but also into computer science and how they operate. Perkovic does a great job explaining the "whys" certain computing concepts that move things step by step. The examples and test questions were good practice. The chapter into Object Oriented Programming was well enjoyed.

5/5. Good book for learning Python and basic intro into computer science. Gets the reader to think programmatically about problem solving and sets them up for success.

[Lilac]

The textbook for my python course. Covered all the things I need to learn as an introduction.

[Hydra · Rating 3 out of 5]

Too much written with the language perspective in mind, too little with the practical perspective in mind.